Yamaha AR-100 Accordion from Mexico
The Yamaha AR-100 is a 26-treble, 8-bass piano accordion with free metal reeds activated by a keyboard mechanism. It falls under HTS 9205.90.14.00 as a keyboard instrument similar to a harmonium, featuring free metal reeds but not a pipe organ. Designed for musicians, it produces sound through bellows and reed vibration.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify instrument classification via free metal reed mechanism and keyboard style to avoid misfiling under non-keyboard accordions
• Include manufacturer specs and reed count in documentation; CITES may apply if exotic woods used in construction